Shop Foreman

Position: Shop Foreman

Department: Transportation

Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt

Immediate Supervisor(s): Director of Transportation

Pay Grade: Per Compensation Manual

Days Employed: Per Compensation Manual

POSITION SUMMARY:

• To oversee the operation of the Transportation Department's shop

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Associate Degree in Auto Mechanics/ASE Certified/Master Mechanic (preferred)
• Transportation Professional Certification through TAPT/TASBT (preferred)
• OBD II and DOT Inspection Certification or willing to obtain
• Texas Railroad Commission Propane Certification or willing to obtain
• Forklift Operator Certification or willing to obtain

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Demonstrate proficiency in the operation and management of the district's computerized fleet management system
• Must have a working knowledge of vehicular maintenance
• Demonstrate ability to provide quality staff development fleet/technical training areas
• Must possess and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate successfully with others
• Advanced knowledge of diesel and fuel-engineered maintenance and repair of school buses
• Able to operate a wide range of shop equipment
• Able to work under pressure and prioritize effectively
• Knowledge of record-keeping and office procedures
• Must have maintained an exemplary driving record per DISD safe driving incentive guidelines
• Must have and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with all appropriate endorsements and classifications and all other required licenses, permits, and certifications
• Must have and maintain a satisfactory driving and criminal history background as determined by the Texas Department of Public Safety that reflects a professional driver and which meets all contractual, local, state, and federal requirements
• Must demonstrate diplomacy and flexibility in dealing with internal/external publics of the school district
• Complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision and mistakes
• Take initiative in identifying and working on needed non-driving tasks
• Follow District and Transportation Department policies and procedures
• Able to work irregular hours as needed, including working on altered shifts when necessary
• Proficient in verbal and written communication

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years experience as a shop foreman/fleet manager/lead mechanic in a public school district (preferred)
• Two years of supervisory experience in transportation operations (preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for all operational activities of the Transportation Shop, which include supervising all shop personnel, assigning daily work to mechanics, monitoring work projects of mechanics, and ensuring a safe and clean environment through compliance
• Manage the use of the district's computer fleet management system
• Develop and produce fleet performance and operating cost indicators and information
• Perform inspections, diagnoses, and repairs of buses and other transportation support vehicles
• Order parts and supplies and keep associated records
• Report to the Director of Transportation and/or Shop Business Manager for review of major maintenance projects and decisions.
• Maintain records as directed
• Supervise assigned employees and assist in performing various human resource functions, including the recommendation of employment, disciplinary action, performance appraisal, and staff development
• Ensure that all vehicles meet local, state, and federal standards
• Maintain a daily shop work log and current vehicle status board
• Review, approve, and assign all shop work orders and driver concerns
• Maintain and administer the preventative maintenance program
• Meet regularly with the Director of Transportation, Shop Business Manager, and dispatchers to ensure their needs are met
• Monitor expenditures with budgetary limitations
• Submit budget recommendations yearly to the Director of Transportation
• Perform general maintenance, clean-up, custodial, security, and related tasks in case of a facility disaster or other emergency
• Schedule and/or develop and implement quality training for shop and other department personnel
• Prepare bids for purchasing
• Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed
• Attend professional development activities/programs to keep abreast of developments and innovations in the area of transportation
• Work as a bus driver or bus monitor as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mechanical staff
• Mechanic Assistant
• Inventory Specialist

EXPECTATIONS OF MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

Office equipment and tools:

• personal computer
• printer
• calculator
• multi-line phone system
• copier
• fax machine
• paper shredder

Vehicles:

• school bus
• light van
• large box truck
• seat belt
• shoulder harness
• car seats
• safety equipment (reflective signs)
• fire extinguisher

Communication equipment:

• radio communication equipment
• cellular phone

Special needs adaptive equipment:

• wheelchair
• wheelchair lifts
• wheelchair restraints
• automatic lift equipment
• ramps
• locks

Other:

• video monitoring equipment
• camcorder
• cameras (35mm)
• tape recorder

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Demands/Mental Demands/Environmental Factors:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision. Some driving is necessary. Occasionally, yet essential to this position, the individual must meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers. Sometimes the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours, direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, or work output of others, and multiple demands from several people.

The noise level in the work area environment is usually moderate.

Environmental Factors:

• outside
• temperature extremes
• humidity extremes
• noise
• low or intense illumination
• vibration
• microwaves
• slippery surfaces
• uneven surfaces
• biological exposure (insects, mold, fungi, bacteria, animals, plants, etc.)
• biological exposure (body fluids)
• chemical exposure (asbestos, fumes, vapors, gases, dust, smoke, etc.)
• sunlight exposure
• works around moving objects or vehicles
• works around machinery with moving parts
• works alone
• prolonged or irregular hours

EVALUATIONS:

• Performance of this position will be evaluated annually